'Several players had multi-point performances for the Buffalo Sabres to help lead the team to a 3-2 victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win streak up to four with victory over Columbus
The Sabres Report - Feb 5, 2025
Opinion: Reimer fills in for Luukkonen as the Sabres get their first four-game winning streak in two years
'The Sabres have had seven decent games in a row starting in Vancouver with a win over the Canucks. They have won five of those games, but unfortunately for them, they are in such a deep hole, it’s not mattering in the standings.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Reimer fills in for Luukkonen as the Sabres get their first four-game winning streak in two years
Sabres win 4 straight for first time in 2 seasons
'Jason Zucker tallied two assists, and Rasmus Dahlin got his 40th point of the season when Tuch tipped the captain’s shot from the point for a 3-1 lead with 1:04 left in the second period. Gilbert assisted on Tuch’s tiebreaking goal and the Buffalonian set the tone for the night when he fought Columbus enforcer Mathieu Olivier at the drop of the puck in a delayed response to … [Read more...] about Sabres win 4 straight for first time in 2 seasons
Tuch sparks Sabres past Blue Jackets for 4th straight win
'“I think it’s just a commitment to details,” Tuch said. “It’s being sure of ourselves. I think early in the year, we weren’t sure of ourselves. We were second-guessing plays and not sure. Once teams start getting a few come-from-behind wins on you, that’s when the doubt starts creeping in your mind. Being able to do this a couple of nights in a row here, I think it’s really … [Read more...] about Tuch sparks Sabres past Blue Jackets for 4th straight win
'Good, all-around effort' extends Sabres' win streak to 4
'In the back half of the period, a pair of Alex Tuch goals – his 17th and 18th of the season – gave Buffalo a 3-1 lead. On the first, Dennis Gilbert’s slap pass from the point found Tuch’s tape in the slot for a perfect redirection. The second, another Tuch tip, got Rasmus Dahlin’s shot in behind Merzlikins.' … [Read more...] about ‘Good, all-around effort’ extends Sabres’ win streak to 4
The Sabres Report - Feb 4, 2025
Mike Harrington: A canceled practice later, Sabres' lack of response remains hard to fathom
'In fact, it’s likely the Sabres were downtown as scheduled for their morning meeting and film review. And that they probably spent a good deal of time talking about the lack of reaction to the Tage Thompson-Stefan Noesen situation.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: A canceled practice later, Sabres’ lack of response remains hard to fathom
Sabres call up Isak Rosen from All-Star season in Rochester
Rosen has 23 goals and 39 points in 40 games this season for Rochester, including nine goals in his last seven games. He is second in the AHL in goals and ninth in points but only six back of the leader − Williamsville native Andrew Poturalski of San Jose (18-27-45). … [Read more...] about Sabres call up Isak Rosen from All-Star season in Rochester
Sabres’ Tage Thompson named NHL’s Second Star after torrid week
'Thompson, 27, began the week by scoring three goals and four points in last Tuesday’s 7-2 win over the Boston Bruins. He recorded an assist in Friday’s 4-3 win against the Nashville Predators before registering one goal and two points in Sunday afternoon’s 4-3 triumph over the New Jersey Devils.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson named NHL’s Second Star after torrid week
Sabres recall prospect Isak Rosen from Rochester, make other roster move
'To create a roster spot, the Sabres placed center Tyson Kozak on injured reserve. Coach Lindy Ruff said on Saturday that Kozak was sick. He missed Sunday afternoon’s 4-3 win over the New Jersey Devils.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall prospect Isak Rosen from Rochester, make other roster move
Tuesday's Columbus Coverage
Sabres bring 3-game win streak into matchup against the Blue Jackets (AP) Preview: Blue Jackets road trip ends in Buffalo (BlueJackets.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Columbus Coverage
Tage Thompson named NHL's 'Second Star' of the Week
'In three games played this past week, Thompson led the NHL with four goals and four assists for eight points. He was also plus-9.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson named NHL’s ‘Second Star’ of the Week
Tage Thompson named NHL's 2nd Star of the Week
'In a 3-0-0 week for the Sabres, Thompson recorded eight points (4+4) with a plus-nine rating, both of which led the NHL. Eight points are his – and any Buffalo skater’s – most in a three-game span since December of 2022.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson named NHL’s 2nd Star of the Week
The Sabres Report - Feb 3, 2025
Tage Thompson 'good' after blindside hit that could have overshadowed Sabres' 4-3 win
'Ruff didn’t want the Sabres to take a reckless, irresponsible penalty. He wanted the win. And, though fans were irate to see no one retaliate before Stefan Noesen was kicked out of the game, Ruff passionately defended his players after they got their revenge with a 4-3 win over the Devils.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson ‘good’ after blindside hit that could have overshadowed Sabres’ 4-3 win
Mike Harrington: Sabres say the scoreboard is the response. Not this time.
'You’re not expecting Jiri Kulich to do anything about it. Unfortunately, Owen Power isn’t built that way. And that leaves Mattias Samuelsson, who took the fall on the situation as he should have.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres say the scoreboard is the response. Not this time.
Sabres eke out win over Devils, don’t go after Stefan Noesen following illegal hit on Tage Thompson
'“Bull(crap). Bull(crap),” an agitated Ruff interjected when asked about the perception his team did not respond properly Sunday afternoon when New Jersey Devils winger Stefan Noesen hit leading scorer Tage Thompson in the head, knocking him out of the Sabres’ 4-3 win. “Let’s go. Next question.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres eke out win over Devils, don’t go after Stefan Noesen following illegal hit on Tage Thompson